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Familial achalasia in children
1Department of Surgery, St Joseph Mercy Hospital, Sioux City, Iowa.
The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
|June 1, 1990
Insights
Familial achalasia, a rare esophageal motility disorder, was observed in five siblings. This case study highlights the condition
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Gastroenterology
- Gastrointestinal Motility Disorders
- Genetics of Esophageal Diseases
Background:
- Achalasia, a rare esophageal motility disorder, is characterized by impaired peristalsis and LES relaxation.
- Familial occurrence of achalasia is exceptionally rare, particularly in pediatric populations.
Abstract:
Familial achalasia is rare, especially in children. Five siblings with achalasia surgically treated at ages 5 1/2 months to 19 years are reported. There is no history of consanguinity or of vertical transmission.